Shell Freedom Over Texas 2023

Mayor Turner and the Mayor’s Office of Special Events' signature event, Shell Freedom Over Texas, Houston’s official Fourth of July celebration, features six hours of festivities, tradition, and live concert stages, along Allen Parkway. 

Headlining the Shell Main Stage will be chart-topping country star Chris Young. Special guests on the stage include 6-time Grammy Nominee and American Music Award winner Yola, and  Soul/R&B/Funk band TMF Formerly of Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, which recently announced their NEW lead singer, native Houstonian Chris Walker. Following the live performances, the celebration will conclude with a dazzling firework display.

Chris Young, who was scheduled to headline 2018’s Freedom Over Texas event that was canceled due to weather, will be treating Houston to a hit-packed set that highlights his 12 chart-toppers — including back-to-back No. 1s “Losing Sleep,” “Sober Saturday Night,” “Think of You,” and “I’m Comin’ Over”. The Grammy and ACM nominated vocalist’s most recent headlining tour played to over 400,000 fans in 3 countries. The Grand Ole Opry member and multi-platinum recording artist has earned multiple ACM, BBMA, CMA, CMT, Grammy and RDMA nominations. “Famous Friends,” Chris’ platinum-certified, multi-week chart-topping song with Kane Brown is the title track to his most recent 8th album. The track earned the top spot on Billboard’s year-end Country Airplay Songs chart.

This year’s festivities at Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston Parks on Buffalo Bayou (along Allen Parkway) include:

• Bud Light Bayou Bash - a fun in the sun good time with lawn games for all to enjoy while getting a perfect view of the main stage and spectacular fireworks finale.
• Dr Pepper Flavor Zone - features all of Houston’s professional sports teams, stage with live music, dancing and Dr Pepper floats
• DICK’s Sporting Goods All-American Kids Zone - a NEW partnership this year, DICK’s Sporting Goods will sponsor the children’s entertainment area with activities and performances for families including games, rides and more.
• Liberty Park - includes a salute to all five branches of the military including, “Symbols of Freedom” an abundance of military vehicles such as tanks and other assets from past military conflicts, first responders, and an exclusive Space City Experience provided by NASA.

 Admission is $10 per person, children aged five and under are FREE. Tickets are available online and at gates. Applicable service charges apply for online purchases.